Wayne Setford News Today

The Hunchback of Notre Dame, The Musical Presented by Colchester Operatic Society at the Mercury

It’s a rare treat to see Still Life, Noel Coward’s original short play, which was then developed into the hugely-popular film Brief Encounter.

“Fundamentally, we just work with people. Whether our volunteers are mental health referrals, kids or refugees – it doesnt matter. Its always about people.”  “When you get people together doing something with a shared goal, thats where you see benefits,” Wayne explains. “It naturally creates support networks as people make friendships. We give them roles where they feel valued and see that theres a reason for them to be involved. Our volunteers are incredibly talented people that...

Together We Grows Eastern enterprise away day at High Woods. Photo by Lucy Taylor A GARDEN centre has chosen a group of environmentally friendly charities to support this year to encourage people to get out and grow. Perrywood Garden Centre in Tiptree will be supporting the two charities and a community interest company which use gardening to help vulnerable groups, including refugees, the unemployed, adults with mental health issues and children. Together We Grow, is a CIC located at the...

Together We Grows Eastern enterprise away day at High Woods. Photo by Lucy Taylor A GARDEN centre has chosen a group of environmentally friendly charities to support this year to encourage people to get out and grow. Perrywood Garden Centre in Tiptree will be supporting the two charities and a community interest company which use gardening to help vulnerable groups, including refugees, the unemployed, adults with mental health issues and children. Together We Grow, is a CIC located at the...

The return of the Beast from the East. Lovely fresh snow everywhere. When I arrive at school just after 7am, the site manager is busy clearing the front pathway and car park. I tell him to leave the playgrounds – the children will love coming in via Victoria Chase and walking through the snow. This week is national E-Safety Week. I use my assembly to give guidance to parents and children on the safe use of the internet and social media. Clare Kershaw, Director of Children’s Serv...